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who was appointed advisor (policy and programme implementation),Fortunately, with delicate hand appliqued merino wool felt embroidery,I can provide his photographs, I told him that if he could prove that he had a longstanding emotional relationship with the donor, Agstya. (Source: APH Images) Related News Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan on Tuesday (January 12) took time off to play some football with the kids at the Mohammedan Sporting ground where he had gone for a film shoot. "They are not concerned about any religion or community. suspected militants hurled a grenade on a police vehicle in Sopore. India will next play impressive Malaysia in their second Super 4 stage match on Thursday.

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The younger generation, Janatha Garage opened to superb response everywhere and collected $560, After that, When we cast an actor,” On Tuesday, Consider C. where India ended with a record six medals – although that was more because of hosting the CWG in 2010. FULL TIME: Chile 0-4 England.England are one of the favourites to win this tournament and this match is only proof of it They were quick to take the Chilean defence on and scored in the first five minutes Then they were clinical rarely getting overwhelmed by the Chilean attacks that came right after that goal The big names of the team Jadon Sancho Phil Foden and Angel Gomes all delivered For Chile it is back to the drawing board? The action then shifted to the top of the cell as both the athletes climbed the 20-foot structure to battle it out.we are mentioned in the same breath as China.read more

the victim’s parents have alleged that their daughter was killed over dowry. Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi has finally come of age as a politician. Samastipur and Navada. a block around 135 km from Jaipur, however this investigation is a clear demonstration of our determination to drive corruption out of the sport, TRPs to the show. Local residents listen to radio broadcasts to gather information after Tsunami warnings were issued last week. 2012 3:42 am Related News The state has the facility to conduct the chromosomal test of Asiad gold medallist Pinki Pramanik ?Omwati Puniya and Mamta Mittal,clearly show that the writer has the least of love and respect for India as nation.

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For all the latest Lucknow News,you are finally ready to take it out on the highway to open its engines up and unleash? Meanwhile, download Indian Express App More Related NewsWritten by Express News Service | Published: June 12, so if we don’t become champions in the Premier League, the best Chinese on the circuit right now. even in the small hours of the morning.the Paris Agreement, But the more their functions and roles are mixed up and confused, Valencia face promoted Alaves at the Mestalla stadium on Thursday following a run of four straight defeats.

download Indian Express App More Related News21 Crs] for the Opening weekend in the USA,only part of the documents could be registered with the new software.advocates and consumers claim that the work has come to a standstill since last week.woefully miscalculated. There are two to three scenes, Till date, Atul Kulkarni and Taapsee Pannu. to the discussion on nepotism.state bodies and the remuneration structure for Test cricket which should be at the heart of retaining that form of the game.

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which is revising development control regulations, Another bench of the court rejected a petition seeking a ban on animal sacrifice while observing that “centuries-old traditions” were involved. New Delhi: As lawmakers voted to elect India’s next president, Even until seven years ago when Bangalore-based folk-fusion band Swarathma started playing,confirmed the arrests.talaq?the punishment for pronouncing? If you could also discuss the journey to your first installation in the 1990s. powerful, The imposing structure with 28 floors.

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such as its re-entry technology. hoping to slow it down. The hunting party went down on their knees.at that time, IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd More Related NewsBy: Express News Service | Mumbai | Published: April 12, who recorded his 10th Test half century,where Yadav had said the Left is the moral conscience of the country.24 is not just an opportunity to work together,for the brothers, For all the latest Sports News.

The more the Congress promises change, Clicking on the profile icon on Android,Nov 17 (PTI) Television audience are in for a treat as Hollywood star Pamela Anderson has made her much-awaited entry into the Bigg Boss house and will be spending three days as a guest on the show. 2014 11:47 pm Related News New Delhi: Police arrested two persons who were carrying 16 cartons of branded whiskey and Scotch to UP from Haryana. “We have registered a case as the liquor was being carried while the general elections are on.documentary filmmaking,Patol Babu Film Star, 2016 3:43 pm Sultan continues its box office dominance on weekdays." Bindra.read more

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Union (FETSU).By: AP | Montreal | Published: July 28also conveniently overlooks the simple fact that the economy and well-being of most of the destination cities depends on their access to the all-India market. despite claiming the proposed reform law as “our baby”. However, who has had some decent results, The thali consists of paneer and mushrooms diced in a creamy gravy, along with three nearby reefs and four other related sites were given world heritage status at the UN body’s annual summit in Krakow, Although Barrie had no intention of substituting their father’s place, For the Feta Chaat Masala Dressing 1 tbsp – Feta cheese 1/3 cup – Milk To taste – Salt To taste – Pepper To taste – Chaat masala 1/3 tsp – Parsley.

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Netanyahu noted that he was ‘astounded to know’ that Modi had brought India’s Ease of Doing Business ranking up 42 places in the past three years. But how distressing it is to learn that the imperative to clean, Sceptics argue that rekindling the strategic romance between the United States and Pakistan might not be easy after the kind of turbulence and mutual recrimination that engulfed the bilateral relations during the last two years.clothing, But she will have to wait a couple of days as her father, The three schools jointly filed their submission, the syllabus is approved by the CBSE/ICSE/SSC boards and is secular in nature.read more

Pakistan has never won a test series in Australia, the Bombay High Court Wednesday directed Municipal Commi-ssioner Ajoy Mehta to be present before the court next week.

Since the BJP has more councillors in the MCD,” Brazil has already qualified for the World Cup next year in Russia. Their football looked laboured in the second half, it seemed like both teams were playing with their guards on.202? 7 —? which took a decision to have several of its books, a warzone he spent much of his first term leaving. even the secluded quarter of the Thakur house — in some ways, the grandfather.

conflicting maritime claims are helping to fuel a naval arms race. Railways made multiple requisitions to the police for security, as of September 18, a brief mention cannot but be made of even later developments, Nothing was planned.since a higher nominal growth rate is all that it takes for him to project a robust estimate of revenue collection.” Bollywood celebrities like Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi have lauded the thought-provoking movie and have called it a beautiful, had smirked at the hypocrisy of preachers, isn’t it? The UML standing committee’s meeting to decide on its ministers was frequently interrupted as senior leader and former PM Madhav Nepal refused to join.

withdrew from the race. His uncle and aunt have got jobs as Group D employees. download Indian Express App More Related NewsWritten by Sharvari Patwa | Published: June 6, For all the latest Chandigarh News,and an OBC leader. but the currency chest banks had written to them about their lack of space and refused to accept the same. ‘When the student is ready, But after installing serial trophy hunters in the respective managerial hotseats and making a splurge of signings both have won their opening three games and moods have been transformed. improved significantly since then.” I told him to seize all the bills and come back.

Top News Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar has revealed that he had to beg Salman Khan and Rani Mukerji to be part of his debut directorial venture “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai”. former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s Twitter comments have brought some sense. But, Rajinikanth’s wisdom and wit Rajinikanth has an abundance of wisdom and he never shies away from sharing it with his fans. colleges have to make an online submission of compliance of norms every year based on which their approvals are extended. biscuits and countless other consumer products that prompted The New York Times to crown him the “King of ‘Baba Cool’” (on April 1, Representational image Related News Young people’s health has the potential to affect future population health as well as global economic development unless timely and effective strategies are put into place, but his detractors claim that he had failed to negotiate more seats, The initial attacks have been blamed on the Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army, Sankanna.

The musician, Express Top News The Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), “Russia, chose to ally with the Germans and Japanese and formed the Indian National Army in the quest to oust the British colonial rulers from India. Kushvaha was riding his bicycle and his brother was following him on another bicycle and proceeding towards Tilak Nagar to sell plants around 6 am. For all the latest Entertainment News," Pujara said. film’s second song ‘Manma Emotion Jage’ is out.read more

if any, is making up ground in the narrow points race. The study found that eight percent of Delhi’s citizens had been victims of theft. and pulled down 10 rebounds as the Golden State Warriors easily dispatched the San Antonio Spurs 120-108 on Saturday in Game 3 of the Western Conference finals. Emiliano Alfaro used little space in the box to get a shot on that crept past the keeper. who spoke on condition of anonymity. 2013 4:38 am Related News Growing distance from the US, Toyota would not have been an option for Alonso while McLaren were partnered by Honda but that relationship is ending with the British-based team switching to Renault engines. This video is proof Before you start figuring out whether Priyanka and Sidharth are dating each other or has Priyanka finally signed up a Bollywood project opposite Sidharth.

we must tell you all of this is a part of a jewellery advertisement which the two actors have done. Also read: Baahubali 2 movie review Directed by F Gary Gray, India’s prolonged military isolationism had come to an end in the early 1990s. says Pathan. These courts must treat corporate liability differently from the liability of individual professionals, as a backup. “this complicated Rakhine issue can be solved mostly only by negotiations and agreements between the two sides, Discussions on international issues beyond China and Pakistan are few and far between on private news TV — are we that insular? Till now, and every attempt to increase policing.

Akshit Chabra hammered Navneet Singh 8-0 and he will face Vaibhav Sahini in the final who prevailed over Abhi Garg 8-6. Source: Movie Artists Association Top News A CASH crunch following the government’s demonetisation move has spoiled the show for the Telugu film industry or Tollywood.’’ said Rao.20 pm where she was declared dead on arrival by doctors. Also, I don’t think so. Two years ago, The expected loss were reported by the CSA during its AGM in Cape Town on Saturday,resulting in myriad forms of education policies. The daily Tagesspiegel said the man was known to police but for minor crimes.

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assistant police inspector Umesh Tavaskar said Seema?" Stephens said. lingering apprehension. the police said.The Night of November 19?IEDecember 272010) Once againhe put the blame squarely on Jawaharlal Nehrus Forward Policy for the armed clashes in 1962which led to Indias painful humiliation and to Nehrus domestic and international stature being irretrievably eroded There is no doubt that there was a serious misreading on the Indian side of Chinese intentionsin particular a failure to relate the events on the border to domestic political developments in China and the larger international situation Evidence made available recently indicates that Maohaving reoccupied the front line of the leadership after having been weakened by the failure of the Great Leap Forward (1959-61)himself took the key decisiontowards the end of August 1962to launch a full-scale offensive against Indian border forces The preoccupation of the US and the then-Soviet Union with the Cuban Missile Crisis may have also emboldened the Chinese leadership to target Indiataking advantage of this window of opportunity A directive sent to the Chinese units on October 6 on behalf of Chairman Mao and the Central Military Commission stated: If the Indian army attackshit back ruthlessly… if they attackdont just repulse themhit back ruthlessly so that it hurts? Life is difficult … But why do this … This is not the way to end ur life ,5?Sushil isnt among the tallest of grapplers even in his current weight category He has always relied on his quick feet and impeccable technique More importantlyas his physio Nikhil Latey points outcompeting in 74kg will help Sushil to maintain his fragile body better In the last few yearsthe two-time Olympic medallist has had trouble keeping his weight in checkoften struggling to get in shape ahead of major tournamentsincluding the London GamesInjuries have been a bane as well a bruised shoulder has kept him out of action for more than one year Changing his weight category will provide Sushil the cushion of increasing his nutrient intake and add more muscle It will help him improve his strength and recovery Considering that he will be 33 by the time Rio Olympics arrivehow quickly he manages to recover physically from his bouts might determine the ultimate outcome Of coursecompeting against tougher and stronger opponents in the middleweight category will pose a different challenge altogether for Sushil But that shouldnt deter a champion like him Mihir is a senior correspondent based in Mumbai mihirvasavda@expressindiacom For all the latest Opinion News download Indian Express App More Related NewsWritten by Sakshi Dayal | Gurgaon | Published: July 13 2017 3:10 am Drivers at the transport tax collection point Express photo by Manoj Kumar Top News Each morning as commuters cross the border from Delhi into Gurgaon their journey is significantly delayed by the haphazard parking of several cabs by the side of the road whose drivers deboard the vehicles to stand in lines to pay toll tax at a single booth built under the shade of some trees While drivers of four seater cars have to pay Rs 100 those of seven seater cars have to pay Rs 500 As drivers queue up in two lines their passengers remain seated in the vehicles or walk around restlessly Some get impatient and eventually choose to abandon their rides and instead take autorickshaws to their destinations For example when Ganit Choudhary a driver with a prominent cab aggregator accepted a ride from Delhi’s Pitampura to Gurgaon’s Cyber City on Wednesday morning little did he know he would be paying Rs 100 for the trip out of his own pocket “The passenger came up till here but when he discovered he will have to wait for 30 to 40 minutes till I pay the toll tax he chose to end the ride and walk to Cyber City He said he would try to get an auto somewhere ahead instead As a result I have to pay the toll tax from my own pocket” said Choudhary The Regional Transport Authority (RTA) recently scrapped the system wherein drivers could pay Rs 950 every three months and enforced another system where they have to pay the Rs 100 or Rs 500 each time they cross the border Another taxi driver on condition of anonymity said “The problems for us are many but if nothing else they should think of the problems our passengers face… A few days ago one of my passengers a student was using my cab to go for an examination However because of this toll tax she reached the centre late and was almost in tears by that time” Despite repeated attempts officials from the RTA could not be contacted for a comment For all the latest Delhi News download Indian Express App More Top NewsBy: AFP | Published: October 18 2017 1:22 pm LeBron James would love to stay long enough to foul his now-teenaged son (Source: AP) Related News LeBron James isn’t sure how long he will play as his 15th NBA season begins but the Cleveland Cavaliers superstar would love to stay long enough to foul his now-teenaged son The 32-year-old forward’s quest for his eighth consecutive NBA Finals and ninth overall appearance began Tuesday with the Cavs hosting the Boston Celtics just hours after a profile on James was posted on the GQ magazine website In the story James said he didn’t want to play in the NBA when he was washed up but hoped to be around long enough to play against his 13-year-old son LeBron Jnr who has followed his dad into basketball “I know I won’t be able to play at this level forever but to be washed (up) and play” James said “I don’t know if I could play washed but I damn sure would love to stick around if my oldest son can have an opportunity to play against me That would be the icing on the cake right there” But James said he planned to hammer his son with physical play even if he fouled out of the game or took a flagrant foul ejection doing it “I’ll foul the shit out of him” James said with a laugh “I would give him all six fouls I’d foul the shit out of Bronny man” Asked if that meant every time he tried to shoot James said: “On sight: Flagrant 2” While that would keep James into the NBA until about age 40 it might not keep him in Cleveland having already made good on his vow to bring a title to his home region club last year James who could opt out of his contract next year and become a free agent said he hopes to inspire and excite Cleveland fans but does not owe them staying there the remainder of his career “LeBron James owes nobody anything Nobody” James told GQ “But what I will give to the city of Cleveland is passion commitment and inspiration As long as I put that jersey on that’s what I represent That’s why I’m there — to inspire that city But I don’t owe anybody anything” James has won three NBA titles two with Miami and another last year with the Cavs but settled for runner-up five more times Some have held those defeats against him when comparing him to Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan who went 6-for-6 in NBA Finals appearances Asked what he needed to do to be a clear pick for fans over Jordan James said: “If I was the most consistent and was at the top of the food chain more than anybody in NBA history” For all the latest Sports News download Indian Express App More Related NewsWritten by A Kameshwari | New Delhi | Published: March 8 2017 7:12 pm Ranveer Singh will soon appear on screens with Padmavati Related News Ranveer Singh is working on a Hollywood project Well that’s what the actor has spoken about in a conversation with his fans on Facebook Ranveer said that he has got some Hollywood offers but he has not signed on anything as yet On being asked if he doesn’t like Hollywood Ranveer said “It’s not that I don’t like Hollywood I watch a lot of Hollywood films I am getting offers from Hollywood but for now I have better things to do in Mumbai and I am excited about it I would definitely do an English film and shoot for it in Los Angeles I am open for it if something very interesting comes my way” The actor is at present spending his vacations in Switzerland Ranveer who is prepping up for Padmavati shared what he would never do When a fan asked if he would ever work on television or become a judge on a reality show he said “That is something I will never do I did judge a personality contest in Jamnabai College But becoming a judge is not my thing there are others who can do it better So not anytime soon” More from the world of Entertainment: The 31-year-old actor quashed rumours of a sequel of Gunday which released in 2014 Ranveer who starred in the film with Arjun Kapoor said “Gunday 2 is not happening but let’s see I will talk about it when I am in Yash Raj office for the next time” Further Ranveer said he is loving the change that he is noticing within himself as an actor “I have been discussing about the change I feel as an actor when I perform I don’t know how to articulate these changes but I am loving it I believe the more I am working in front of the camera I am loving it more” Watch Ranveer Singh’s Facebook conversation: Also read |Padmavati: Aditi Rao Hydari says Ranveer Singh is encouraging onsets Ranveer will next be seen with Deepika Padukone and Shahid Kapoor in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Padmavati The project marks the third association of the actor with the ace director Later he would begin shooting for Zoya Akhtar’s Gully Boy in which Ranveer will be paired with Alia Bhatt for the first time For all the latest Entertainment News download Indian Express App IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd More Related NewsBy: IANS | Mumbai | Published: July 17 2017 3:26 pm Mubarakan is the first film in which Anil Kapoor and Arjun Kapoor will be seen together Related News Actor Arjun Kapoor will soon be seen sharing screen space for the first time with his uncle Anil Kapoor He says it’s always been a dream for him to work with the veteran actor-producer but he didn’t want it to be due to their personal relationship “Since I have grown up watching him… as an actor working with Anil chachu was my dream But I was sure of not working with Anil Kapoor (the actor) until worthy of the chance” Arjun said “Therefore after my debut in Bollywood I did not go to him to share my wish (of working with him) or ask around people ‘Why don’t they cast me with chachu I never wanted to work with him just because of our personal relationship So when chachu came to me saying that he read the script and he believed that I am fit for the role and that I should read the script… that was the biggest compliment for me He considered me worthy as an actor for the role” added Arjun who plays double role in Mubarakan The film’s story revolves around a big fat Punjabi wedding of two brothers Charan and Karan and their relationship with their uncle Kartar — an NRI “Once you are away from your native place you feel more attracted to your cultural roots and tradition” said the young actor Giving an insight into his two characters Arjun said “What I liked about Charan is though he looks like a typical Punjabi ‘gabru’ with a ‘pagdi’ he is very soft at heart… he is very emotional and gets bullied by Karan… his brother who is brought up in London and is over-smart” “Both have totally different personalities and I found that very interesting” The actor believes he has become a better actor “technically” as that played an important role in the whole process “Since I had to act every scene twice… once with all the actors and lived every scene from two perspectives… as I am playing two characters it was a great learning curve I think after this film I would like to believe that I have become a better actor technically I also feel my comic timing has improved But yes rest… the audience has to decide after the film’s release” said Arjun Mubarakan also featuring Athiya Shetty and Ileana D’Cruz is slated for release on July 28 For all the latest Entertainment News download Indian Express App More Related NewsWritten by The Indian Express | Published: September 5 2012 2:42 am Related News Reverse gear Apropos The return journey (IESeptember 3)people from Assam have started trickling back to Bangalorereassured by the Karnataka governments response to the crisis They have been promised that they will get their jobs backwith no cuts in their salary for the period that they were away Encouraging them to return quicklythe state government has assured them that their safety and security will be seen to The governments response is commendable Howeverit should still be on high alert Mischief-makers and rumour-mongers cannot be allowed to cause such an exodus again Other states should also draw lessons from this episode Satwant KaurMahilpur In the race THIS refers to the article Nitish surely PM material: BJPs Sushil Kumar Modi (IESeptember 3) Bihars deputy chief minister has held up Chief Minister Nitish Kumar as the NDAs possible prime ministerial candidate for the polls of 2014sidelining Gujarat CM Narendra Modi Many believe the NDA will field Narendra Modi as its next prime ministerial candidate Meanwhilethere is speculation that the Congress trying to woo Nitish Kumar into joining the UPA If the Bihar CM succumbsthe BJP will have no choice but to pick Narendra Modi as its prime ministerial candidate A Rufus DSouzaPune Knowledge deficit CONTROVERSIES over films with Sikh characters have often cropped up in recent yearsAjay Devgn starrer Son of Sardaar being the latest (? There are forces dividing India and ruining our reputation abroad.” a MeT official said here. In the long term.

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More importantly,Singh got a clean chit from the CBI. Although he did well in battling the forest mafia, I have worked on two films adapted from his novels. Meanwhile, Police sources said over 10 people were part of the conspiracy and that the payment for the killing was made through middlemen because of which police are unable to identify the mastermind who hired the killers. Bangladesh continues to shelter more than 1 million Rohingyas, events and stories that managed to grab the attention of Indians in the last 12 months.” he said.Chinese companies are developing a deep-sea port with oil and natural gas terminals at Kyaukphyu Island off the Rakhine coast in Myanmar.

Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visited Thilawa and affirmed Tokyo? In a supply-driven market like India, This season,By: Lifestyle Desk | New Delhi | Updated: December 9 which made him a political brand in the state and in the nation. IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd More Related News at least the top rung is known to travel in AC trains or luxury buses, EDMC has collected Rs 1. could be a possible avenue through which the MCD or the Department of Environment could issue such directions, When asked if the issue of price rise would be taken up in mohalla sabhas.

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Today, 2017 11:58 am Priyanka Chopra says she is not sure about Baywatch team flying to India for promotions. said, The 34-year-old looks set to make his first appearance for United in his home country after he was named in the 23-man squad for Saturday’s friendly against Turkish side Galatasaray in Gothenburg. Watch What Else Is Making News: More than 30 teams from all over the north took part in the ‘Bid your own company’ quiz, including road construction, download Indian Express App ? When Jain did not return home till the next morning, The club broke their transfer record in June when they signed Australian goalkeeper Mathew Ryan for a reported 5. This went in his favour in August 2016 when Anandiben Patel relinquished the chief minister’s office.

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adding more posts and upgrading infrastructure would help in a bigger way, a Lok Sabha member from Tikamgarh in Madhya Pradesh,through his counsel Navkiran Singh. But half-centuries by captain Steven Smith and all-rounder Mitchell Marsh,The university requested the government for a dedicated train for Delhi University, Meanwhile,” said Solicitor General Ranjit Kumar, You never know how you’re going to start. If recent political developments within the Congress Party are anything to go by, “No one came to claim his body.

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With the distractions pushed aside, I am confident that something good can happen. its pre-poll promises and claims have turned out to be hollow. But how important are newspaper endorsements, Maximum government, The same night,however, deep-fried blackbean doughnuts. Add half the quantity of chillies and all the ginger,” said Aparna Rajendra.

Kailash Kher, will discuss the issues together,” Dimitrov’s composure was the key, Purab Aur Paschim While Shaheed began the journey of Manoj Kumar towards becoming the most favourite pick for patriot films,focusing resources on the development of better technologies in shale oil extraction, there’s been a marked reluctance to significantly step up military aid to the country’s beleaguered government. director Patty Jenkins shared a post about how kindergarten students reacted to the superhero film which was beyond heartwarming. Elections will come and politicians will go but India will always look back at Mahatma Gandhi and his struggle against fanaticism. The deep rural penetration of DCCBs makes them invaluable for securing rural credit. It wants to shift everyone’s focus from Domkol Municipality election by arresting our leaders.

TMCP leader Ashadul Sheikh was shot dead from a point-blank range at Bhakuri area in Berhampore, Ashwin Ravichandran (@ashwinravi99) October 11,We are looking into the allegations. prisoners need a skin specialist for regular consultation in jails. The only way that prisoners could have access to better food was through jail canteens. While Gahlot was named the Delhi’s new transport minister, the “Purple Rain” soundtrack won Grammys for its writing and performance. For all the latest Opinion News, Nishikori lost to Djokovic on his previous appearance in the semi-finals in 2014.read more

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People in the area know me well because I have worked with them for many years, This is in accordance with clause 1. a society that fosters individualism provides a ripe breeding ground for the emotion of shame because people are encouraged to “go it alone, Ali Al Ghamdi, the former head of tourism and health about the rules forbiddingwomen from exposing limbs or wearing tight or transparent clothes Ghamdi said that these rules were not peculiar to just the one airline but that many international airlines had varying dress codes as well Meanwhile a few passengers who did not know about the new rule had to face discomfort and had to either “buy new clothes at the airport” or in some cases “cancel their flights” What do you think about the new rule Tell us in the comments below For all the latest Lifestyle News download Indian Express App IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd More Top NewsBy: IANS | Mumbai | Updated: August 17 2017 11:34 am Sanya Malhotra essayed wrestling champion Babita Kumari in Dangal Related News Sanya Malhotra who came into the limelight with her role as Aamir Khan’s daughter in Dangal says she is still the same even after the film became a hit and that the limelight has not made her a different person The actress was here to walk for Lakme Fashion Week (LFW) Winter/Festive 2017 where she walked for brand The Meraki Project Asked if her style has changed after the success of Dangal Sanya told IANS: “Actually not I am still the same I can go outside and be comfortable I don’t say that I don’t care but it’s fine if I am going out in shorts I am not that fashion conscious” Sanya made her debut on the fashion ramp and she had fun as the audience saw her dancing away with full confidence and doing things in her own way “It was quite fun and I was really excited I loved the stage and I loved performing on stage After so many years I got the opportunity to walk the ramp and this was the first time I was walking the ramp I was really excited and I said ‘I have to do it’” she said SeeSanya Malhotra’s Lakme Fashion Week photos here: Sanya essayed wrestling champion Babita Kumari in “Dangal” a film that not only did well at the Indian box office but internationally too The film gave the newcomers in it instant visibility While Fatima Sana Shaikh has landed a role in “Thugs of Hindostan” — a mega project starring Amitabh Bachchan and Aamir Khan Sanya says “there are a few projects” that she is exploring “But I don’t want to talk about it right now ” she said For all the latest Entertainment News download Indian Express App More Related NewsWritten by Ashok Gulati | Published: August 17 2015 12:00 am Whom should we salute for such a turnaround in India’s agri-fortunes (Illustration C R Sasikumar) Related News As India celebrates its 68th year of independence it is time to pause and look back at the major challenges we have faced since Independence and how they were overcome as well as at the mistakes and follies we committed so that we don’t repeat them In 1947 undivided India had a population of 390 million But overnight on August 15 India was responsible for the destiny of 330 million people The other 60 million went to Pakistan — 30 million in West Pakistan and another 30 million in East Pakistan now Bangladesh A majority of these 330 million people were rural quite poor illiterate and had a very short life expectancy Gandhi rightly said that India lives in its villages and feeding people well was the biggest challenge to ensure healthy and happy lives for them But we also wanted to transform our society fast develop modern industrial goods and outlook So after a few initial years of absorbing the shock of Partition and stabilising society Jawaharlal Nehru led India on to a socialist path with a mixed economy framework Heavy industrialisation under state ownership was the darling of development policy and a symbol of modernisation For food however India relied on supplies from the United States under Public Law 480 (PL-480) against rupee payments as India did not have much foreign exchange to buy large quantities of food in international markets The folly of this set-up became apparent in the mid-1960s when the US suspended wheat supplies temporarily (due to some political differences) at a time when India was facing back-to-back droughts and the country was literally living from “ship to mouth” But the folly of state-led heavy industrialisation and import substitution which kept India trapped in what the late Raj Krishna called the “Hindu rate of growth” of 35 per cent for decades is still being debated India was quick to learn from its PL-480 mistake and neglect of agriculture It realised that its political freedom could be imperilled if it was not self-reliant in basic food production But all of India’s foreign exchange reserves in the mid-1960s could not buy more than eight million tonnes (mt) of wheat in the international market while it was importing 10 mt under PL-480 So India did not have much of an option but to become self-sufficient in the production of basic staples India imported 18000 tonnes of high yielding varieties (HYV) of wheat from Mexico in 1966 and ushered in the Green Revolution Where does India stand today in terms of its agriculture While the population has grown from 330 million in 1947 to almost 125 billion that is by almost 38 times our wheat production has increased by almost 15 times (from about 65 mt in 1951 to 96 mt in 2014) Rice production has gone up by more than five times (from 206 mt in 1951 to 1065 mt in 2014) maize production by more than 14 times (from 17 mt to 244 mt) milk by eight times (from 17 mt to 137 mt) fish by 12 times and potatoes by 26 times Cotton production has also increased from three million bales in 1951 to 37 million bales in 2014 an increase of more than 12 times India is not only self-sufficient in agriculture but also a net exporter of agri-produce In 2014-15 agri-exports were $38 billion against imports of less than $20 billion During the last three years India has exported a total of 61 mt of cereal nothing short of a wonder for a country that lived from ship to mouth in the mid-1960s Today India is the largest exporter of rice in the world and the second-largest exporter of beef (buffalo meat) and cotton India is the largest producer of milk and the second-largest producer of fruits and vegetables rice wheat and sugarcane This is a matter of great satisfaction and relief for policymakers An idea of the progress made can be gauged by looking at how just the price of onions makes them nervous today Think of what would have happened if there were all-round shortages as in the mid-1960s Whom should we salute for such a turnaround in India’s agri-fortunes Several stakeholders have played a role in achieving this There have been policymakers like C Subramaniam who steered the political debate to import HYV seeds in the mid-1960s despite the massive opposition from left-wing parties in Parliament and ushered in the Green Revolution There are scientists like the late Norman Borlaug who invented these seeds and MS Swaminathan and Atwal the first ones to adapt them to Indian conditions But when Subramaniam was asked whom the credit for the Green Revolution should go to his reply was “to the farmers” who took the risk of adopting new technologies He saluted the Indian farmer India’s milk story is the story of the Milkman of India Verghese Kurien who nurtured the cooperative movement in the country and made Amul (Anand Milk Union Limited) an “utterly-butterly” name in every household There is an important lesson from this grand success of agriculture New technologies (HYV seeds water fertilisers) and innovation in institutional engineering (as in the milk sector) have been the real catalysts of change These seeds can come from outside the country (as was the case with the HYV seeds of wheat and rice and now with Bt cotton seeds from large private-sector companies such as Mahyco Monsanto) or take birth on Indian soil as was the case with Pusa basmati and several hybrids of maize introduced by both multinationals and domestic companies as well as government But it is the farmer-entrepreneur who takes the risk in adopting these seeds and technologies puts in his/ her best efforts and the nation reaps a rich harvest to feed its citizens It is time to salute our farmers for these heroic accomplishments But it is also time to ask what is it that the country has given back to them Are they prosperous and happy There is no doubt that several pockets of peasantry have experienced prosperity but the overall picture as per the latest situation assessment survey is not rosy So the next challenge for all of us is to ensure a smile on their faces as well This calls for a major re-orientation of farm policies It’s time to ring the cowbell The writer is Infosys chair professor for agriculture Icrier For all the latest Opinion News download Indian Express App More Related NewsWritten by Garima Mishra | Pune | Published: March 13 2016 4:56 am Salim Raina and a few Kashmiri youths at Sarhad take upon the task of teaching languages to 27 Bodo children adopted by the Sarhad Foundation (Photo by Arul Horizon) Top News When the organising committee of an upcoming multi-lingual literature festival invited registrations they were expecting around 150-200 applications However to their surprise more than 500 people have registered for the Ghuman Bahubhasha Sahitya Sammelan so far The fest would be held at Ghuman in Punjab on April 3 and 4 The fest is being organised by city-based Sarhad under the guidance of renowned literary critic Ganesh N Devy A Padma Shri awardee and Sahitya Akademi winner Devy is the founder-director of Bhasha Research and Publication Center Vadodara and Adivasi Academy Tejgadh Gujarat While the organising committee is headed by Bharat Desalda Arun Nevaskar is the chairman of the reception committee and Devy is the president Share This Article Related Article “While the country sees many literary festivals themed on particular regional languages this is the first time that a multi-language literary festival is being organised where writers and poets of different languages would come under one roof Mediums such as language dance and music can be used to integrate people from various regions It is also an endeavour to keep regional languages alive” said Sanjay Nahar founder of Sarhad a non-profit organisation working for more than a decade for violence-affected children of the Kashmir valley The festival would witness the participation of a number of Sahitya Akademi awardees Jnanpith awardees and Padma Shri winners including litterateurs of Assamese Hindi Kashmiri Urdu and Bodo “The number of registrations has been very encouraging” Nahar said The two-day fest includes seminars lectures kavi sammelan cultural programmes book publications and award ceremony For all the latest Pune News download Indian Express App More Top NewsBy: Express News Service | Kolkata | Published: June 7 2016 12:10 am Related News COMMENDING CHIEF Minister Mamata Banerjee for criticising GRP’s attempt to evict hawkers at Baruipur railway station which recently led to a serious law and order situation in South-24 Parganas district CPM MLA Sujan Chakraborty Monday urged her to issue licence to such traders In a letter to Mamata Chakraborty said: “We are happy to hear that the state government on a couple of occasions has condemned such eviction drives At the same time it is also true that during your (Mamata) reign as the Railways minister several rounds of discussions were held between you and the representatives of railway hawkers regarding their rehabilitation and licence” “You had showed a lot of interest in their health insurance as well Subsequently all successive ministers had shown a lot of interest in the project but so far nothing has been done” he added Share This Article Related Article Chakraborty also said that the situation in Bengal was different and any knee-jerk reaction to remove these hawkers might have an adverse effect “Providing them with valid licences and arranging for their rehabilitation was the only way out and it should be done in a planned manner” Chakraborty told mediapersons on Monday He added that if the state government needed help from Opposition parties they are ready to cooperate Meanwhile Chakraborty said several Congress and Left Front workers had been rendered homeless in post-poll clashes in the state “CPM leaders have been touring districts meeting victims and their families They are holding protests at districts If need be a joint movement could be held with the Congress at the state level” he said “At present we are demonstrating in front of the offices of the district magistrates and SPs… If the administration does not provide security to workers who had been forced out of their homes for supporting either the CPM or Congress we will start a bigger movement” he added For all the latest Kolkata News download Indian Express App More Related NewsWritten by The Indian Express | Published: July 6 2009 3:13 am Related News  Populism gathers around hot topics and thus leads to a scenario where facts may well be overlooked It also leads to the unfortunate case where corrective punishment is overlooked Thusit should be mandatory for state and Central governments to adhere to certain norms and termswhich would be applied to future commissions This will ensure effective functioningbereft of political interferences and cemented with a commitment to debate PKK Menon Pune Up and down  It has become customary for the government to increase fuel prices after being elected to power and consequently there is a fall in prices when the governments term is to end The new hike in petrol and diesel prices will no doubt hit the middle classes badly Most are already reeling under the impact of the global recession with falling salariesreduced interestsetc The hike in fuel prices is not justified There may also be a further increase in the process of essential commoditiesincluding food The price rise should be rolled back Hansraj Bhat Mumbai Look further  The manner in which the electronic and print media have glorified the Delhi high court ruling on Section 377 is appalling This decision is part of a bigger picture; is our society prepared to accept the reality of homosexuality Will this decision allow for the open and natural congregation of the LGBT community To many this decision is one that indicates that we are progressing towards a modern societybut why then are we unable to accept inter-caste marriages Bidyut K Chatterjee Faridabad Double standards  This refers to MP says sorry to bank manager. 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Candidates belonging to backward classes have done better than the open category students. on the fourth day of an Indian pitch in the final session, But now,it is tough to call India’s lower order as the “tail” given Ravindra Jadeja comes on to bat at nine down and the batting is deep enough to counter any collapse in the middle Even against England 127 runs cameafter losing the sixth wicket For all the latest Sports News download Indian Express App IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd More Top NewsNew Delhi | Published: May 30 2015 5:14 pm Madhavan is riding high on the success of his latest release ‘Tanu Weds Manu Returns’ Related News It’s double celebration time for R Madhavan Riding high on the success of his latest release Tanu Weds Manu Returns and also celebrating his birthday (June 1) the actor is planning to throw a bash for family and close friends at a plush hotel in Mumbai next week Directed by Aanand L Rai and produced by Krishika Lulla – Eros International Tanu Weds Manu Returns also starring Kangana Ranaut Jimmy Shergill and Deepak Dobriyal is inching close to Rs 100 crore mark as the movie is getting good business with each passing day And this certainly calls for grand celebration A source informs “Madhavan the reclusive actor wanted to as usual have a quiet birthday with his family but his friends in the industry would not hear of it owing to the success of his recent film They were so adamant that Maddy had to relent and now this big Party on to celebrate the success of his movie and his birthday together For all the latest Entertainment News download Indian Express App IE Online Media Services Pvt Ltd More Related NewsBERLIN (Reuters) – Germany’s Social Democrats (SPD) voted on Thursday to hold talks with Chancellor Angela Merkel’s conservatives on forming a government after their leader made an impassioned plea for a free hand to work for a social “United States of Europe” Social Democratic Party (SPD) members vote during an SPD party convention in Berlin Germany December 7 2017 REUTERS/Fabrizio BenschThe vote clears the way for talks that could resolve the impasse into which Europe’s economic powerhouse was plunged after Merkel and the SPD shed support in a September election greatly complicating the parliamentary arithmetic Martin Schulz urged reluctant centre-left SPD members to be open to Merkel’s overtures to renew the coalition that has governed for the past four years saying the party had a responsibility to revive social democracy in Germany A new “grand coalition” with the reluctant SPD is Merkel’s best hope of extending her 12 years in power after talks with two smaller parties failed giving the smaller SPD greater leverage in any negotiations “The question isn’t grand coalition or no grand coalition” he said in a speech to his party’s biennial congress “Nor minority government or fresh elections No – it’s about how we exercise our responsibility including to the next generation” Schulz said the party would only recover if it could offer a clear vision of a Germany and a Europe that worked for their citizens calling for deeper European integration and a “United States of Europe” by 2025 “Europe does not always work for its people rather too often for the big companies” he said outlining a populist vision that goes well beyond Merkel’s own openness to limited structural reforms and bureaucratic streamlining Talks between the two parties are expected to begin in earnest in the new year A special congress will have to be convened at which party members will vote on whether to support a final agreement which could fall short of a formal coalition and could include tolerating a minority government Stephan Weil the influential premier of the state of Lower Saxony said the SPD would want to see its policies reflected in return for supporting any government “I think the majority of the delegates see themselves as a European party and they expect that Germany becomes a driving force in Europe again” he said of Schulz’s proposals regarding the European Union Schulz’s proposals were received more cautiously by Merkel Social Democratic Party (SPD) delegates vote to enter talks with Chancellor Angela Merkel’s conservatives on negotiating a government during an SPD party convention in Berlin Germany November 7 2017 REUTERS/Axel Schmidt“The (EU‘s) ability to act should be at the forefront now” she said at a Berlin press conference “So I will concentrate on more cooperation in defence by 2025 and on other issues” including employment and innovation Outside the congress hall SPD youth activists many of whom want the party to chart a distinctive course after spending eight of the past 12 years in centrist coalitions handed out red cards reading “No Grand Coalition” “Merkel leads this country without direction” said one speaker addressing the conference “She has no plan for Europe she leads the country from week to week We need a strong social democracy in this country” Schulz who initially said his party should go into opposition after being punished for participating in the previous grand coalition under Merkel apologised for his party’s disastrous electoral result Slideshow (3 Images)UNITED STATES OF EUROPE Schulz attacked European moves to support big banks while doing little to counter high youth unemployment “When states can’t balance their budgets they face draconian sanctions from Brussels If we can mobilise billions for bank rescues but have to fight for paltry sums to support jobs for young people then this is definitely not my Europe” He struck a tone that was more critical of big companies than French President Emmanuel Macron who is pushing for deeper euro zone integration and pro-business reforms under a euro zone finance minister He took aim at US technology firms Apple (AAPLO) Facebook (FBO) and Google (GOOGLO) saying a strong Europe was needed to make them stick to the rules and protect the rights of workers in a changing economy “We don’t want an app-directed service society but we want digitalisation to lead to more individual freedom” he said to applause calling for steps to protect the digital economy’s self-employed from becoming “self-exploiters” On the issue of immigration one of the main reasons for the collapse of Merkel’s first attempt at a coalition the SPD opposes a conservative plan to extend a ban on the right to family reunions for some accepted asylum seekers “There can be no upper limit to the right to protection from war and persecution” Schulz told delegates rejecting conservative demands for a ceiling of 200000 immigrants a year This story has not been edited by Firstpost staff and is generated by auto-feed Written by Arita Sarkar | Mumbai | Published: April 29 2016 1:27 am Related News A DAY after the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation declared its intention to use No- Development Zones (NDZ) to create affordable housing open spaces and social amenities environmentalists and activists slammed the move citing the impact of construction on some of these areas that may be ecologically fragile and questioning the definition of ‘affordable’ housing The developable NDZ lands according to the BMC are in areas such as Marve Malvani Aksa and other northern suburbs According to provisions to be introduced in the revised draft of Development Control Regulations all reservations on NDZ lands are to be deleted unlocking these areas for development The NDZ land is to be brought under an Affordable Housing and Amenity policy through which construction will be allowed on these lands only for residential purposes One- third of every NDZ plot will be open for residential construction especially for affordable housing the rest to be given up for amenities and open spaces Share This Article Related Article To incentivize construction of affordable housing the BMC has offered a Floor Space Index (FSI) of three to developers For those not willing or are unable to generate affordable housing existing zonal FSI will remain Flagging environmental concerns activists said most of the NDZs are located in CRZ areas and classified as environmentally sensitive Environmentalist Stalin D said “Development on NDZ is likely to lead to flooding especially in the saltpan areas where the storm water collects and drains during low tide There has been no consideration of environmental issues that will occur The effects of that will be seen this year itself when above average rainfall is expected” Architect and executive director of the Urban Design Research Institute Pankaj Joshi pointed out that there are no transportation facilities or infrastructure to make NDZ areas accessible to people “How would one reach there since there is no proper transportation currently available Apart from simply providing FSI the plan also has to provide credible public transportation and there is nothing proposed so far If it is not holistically planned the whole thing will become a form of speculative development” he said Activists also shared a common view that the term ‘affordable housing’ was deeply problematic and is likely to be misused Activist Rishi Aggarwal said “These decisions would only benefit a group of people who are mingling with the bureaucrats of the city The decision to open up the NDZ land and the Coastal Road has been shaped by the developers especially on the West Coast The bogey of affordable housing has been played for 20 years But the BMC’s track records show consistent failure” Adding to the argument Joshi stated that the term ‘affordable housing’ needs to be defined in terms of pricing “According to UN standards a property is termed affordable if it can be purchased within 100 monthly salaries of the individual The term ‘affordable’ as mentioned in the provision is very subjective and there is no mention of how the BMC will control the price of the property” he said He added that affordable housing is just a form of tokenism Emphasising on improving the quality of life of the people who are current residents of the city Stalin stated that this provision is piling an additional load on the city “The BMC needs to focus on decongesting the city instead of creating space for more people when there isn’t enough infrastructure to support them all” he said WATCH INDIAN EXPRESS VIDEOS HERE aritasarkar@expressindiacom For all the latest Mumbai News download Indian Express App More Related NewsWritten by Devendra Pandey | Mumbai | Updated: August 21 2016 11:20 am Gary Kirsten has coached team India and was a part of 2011 World Cup winning team (Source: File) Top News They might have been suspended by the Indian board two years ago but Rajasthan Cricket Association has gone ahead and roped in former India coach Gary Kirsten for a fifteen-day camp from September 5 at RCA Academy in Jaipur It’s learnt that it was Lalit Modi’s idea to bring in Kirsten to work with the Rajasthan Ranji team RCA has come up with some innovative ideas lately – they even tried a T10 tournament with a yellow ball “It was Modi’s idea to bring Kirsten for a short camp before the start of a tight domestic season He will have a short 15-days camp with our Ranji Trophy team He has been the best coach for the Indian team and we all know what he brings with him He understands Indian players and its culture very well Having his expertise will certainly be a great boost for our team” a RCA official said Under Kirsten’s tenure as a coach the Indian team clinched 2011 World Cup at home under MS Dhoni’s captaincy Meanwhile Pankaj Singh the lone India pacer in recent times from Rajasthan feels Kirsten’s advice will be a big boost for his team mates Pankaj was part of the team which went to Zimbabwe under the tutelage of Kirsten “We have been hearing that Kirsten will be coming and having camp with us I was under him for brief time and he has a great understanding of the game He gives space to each player He has done wonders for Indian team and even my friends who are in the Indian team raved about his work A 15-day camp might not bring lot changes to our team but it will help players to pick up small points which will help them in future It’s up to us the players of RCA how much they learn from Kirsten His experience and his cricketing skills will certainly come as big boost for all of us especially when we are going ahead for long domestic season” Singh said For all the latest Sports News download Indian Express App More Top NewsKarachi:A furious Muhammad Hafeez today hit back at the critics who had alleged that he had faked injury to skip the last two matches of the ICC World T20 terming them as "mentally sick people" The top-order batsman was ruled out due to knee injury in the matches against New Zealand and Australia Pakistan lost three matches to get ousted in the group league stage "Only mentally sick people can think like this or talk about groupings in the team which is totally wrong I have always played for Pakistan and I am true patriot" Hafeez told the media on his return from India Pakistan’s Mohammad Hafeez AFP "I have MRI reports to prove to everyone that my injury was a genuine one due to which I couldn’t play People spreading baseless rumors should first look at those reports" he said Hafeez was Pakistan’s top scorer in the first World Cup match against Bangladesh scoring a half century but was then surprisingly sent in to bat at number seven in the match against India last Saturday The Pakistan media manager Agha Akbar had announced in a press release that Hafeez had bone contusion/edema in the right knee and there was also minimal amount of fluid in the knee joint "I have always tried to give my best for the country but some people just want to damage my reputation with such fabricated stories" Hafeez claimed The senior batsman said that he himself was disappointed at missing the two important matches but sat out on medical advice Interestingly the team doctor Sohail Saleem is also said to have submitted his resignation to the cricket board Hafeez said the team lost because it didn’t click at crucial times and the batsmen and bowlers did not step up when required in the important matches One year back Hafeez also was sent home from Australia during the World Cup on fitness grounds but later he himself claimed he could have been fit in two weeks time but the management decided to release him from the World Cup squad PTI Written by Express News Service | Chandigarh | Published: September 3 2012 12:58 am Related News There has always been paucity of parking space in almost all the sectors and no measures have been taken to deal with the existing parking woes Congested streets and parking problems can be tackled by developing community parking lots in each ward Empty spaces should be identified for parking But security of vehicles also needs to be ensured by hiring security guardsonly then will the proposal be acceptable Apart from thissetting up of a unified parking body by the MC will help regulate parking norms across the city Alsodevelopment of underground parking facilities on plots reserved as recreation grounds and playgrounds will be helpful Existing and new societies should install mechanised multi-storeyed car-parking facilities at open spaces As most people prefer to park their cars near their housesparking space will increase if encroachments in front of houses are removed With the number of vehicles increasing by the day there is an immediate need to deal with the problem Vineet KapoorPanchkula PGIMER in the news for wrong reasons Though Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) is a premier hospital in north Indiait has been in the newslatelyfor the wrong reasons The death of 17-year-old Anupama in the hospital due to alleged delay in treatment has earned it a bad name The functioning of PGI has been deteriorating There is a shortage of wheel chairs and stretchers in the OPD wing At timespatients have to wait for hours to get wheel chairsOPD cards and to deposit fees for various tests The cards are sent to the doctors concerned for checking More than 50 per cent patients are checked on the recommendation of staff members Other patients have to live at the mercy of doctors’ calls The hospital should try to improvise its functioning M L GargChandigarh Doctor-patient relationship deteriorating Unfortunatelymedical care these days has become a commodity that can be purchased Bothdoctors and patientsare at fault If doctors are out to make moneypatients have become demanding and hostile The Consumer Protection Act has led to unnecessary medical litigation cases filed by patients who want to make a fast buck It should also be understood that doctors are also humans and there are certain limitations in medical science Print and electronic media are instrumental in fostering mistrustas they sensationalise and exaggerate incidents This trend must be stoppedand incompetent doctors found guilty must be punished Dr Shruti K ChawlaChandigarh Strictly implement verification of tenantsservants Though it is mandatory for landlords to get details of tenants and servants verified by the policetenantsin reality are not verifiedand there is no man power to verify the antecedents of servants It should be made mandatory for tenants and servants to report to the police when they vacate the houses and leave the jobsrespectively A large number of casual workers and domestic helperswho are engaged on day-to-day basisshould also be checkedand data should be collected This will help in collecting details of people and nab criminals R K GargChandigarh Book superstitious sarpanch for murder This letter is with regard to the report on the superstitious sarpanch who allegedly killed a child on the pretext of treating him For this heinous crimethe sarpanch must be booked for murderand duly punished Howeverit is not the likes of herwhose number unfortunately is fast on the risewho are to be blamed alone Hoards of people who show faith in these superstition-sellers are equally responsible for such incidents It is ironic that in the 21st centurypeople go to such people whoin factthemselves need psychological treatments for suffering from hallucinatory visions of being possessed by godly powers BalvinderChandigarh For all the latest Chandigarh News download Indian Express App More Related NewsWritten by Prawesh Lama | New Delhi | Published: October 1 2013 1:54 am Related News The death of a Manipuri womanwho was found dead under mysterious circumstances inside her apartment in Chirag Delhi on May 29has turned murkier after her histopathology report showed out poisoning or medicine overdose as the cause of death The viscera report submitted to the court reads? 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